1999 Marcos Mantara vs. 2011 Lexus IS
To start off, 2011 Lexus IS is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Marcos Mantara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Marcos Mantara would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus IS (416 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1999 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1999 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus IS weights approximately 785 kg more than 1999 Marcos Mantara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Lexus IS (502 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Marcos Mantara. (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Marcos Mantara | 2011 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Marcos | Lexus |
| Model | Mantara | IS |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 416 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1415 mm |
